Machine Head ‘burnt out’ by festivals

Flynn says he’s refused offers from Download, Sonisphere and more

Robb Flynn says Machine Head have refused every festival offer they’ve had for 2015 including Download and Sonisphere – because the band are “burnt out” by playing the events.

Instead, they’ll concentrate on their own headline shows, and aim to offer fans a full-value experience by performing without the aid of support acts.

Speaking ahead of the release of Bloodstone & Diamonds on Monday, Flynn says: “We’re really excited about the idea, playing longer sets, throwing in some deep cuts and just having our own world. Promoters seem really stoked about it – some have said it feels like an ‘event.’

“As it stands we’ve passed on a headline slot on Wacken, Soundwave in Australia, Download UK, Sonisphere UK, Knotfest, Hellfest and a plethora of others.

“In fact, we’ve made the decision not to do any festivals for the entire album cycle. We’ve been doing festivals since 1995 – we’re burnt out on them.”